1st Build Excitement

zachy85 · Dec 29, 2013

Hi!

I am excited and eager to build by first hackintosh. I have my eye on this cpu: http://www.microcenter.com/product/388577/Core_i5_3570K_34GHz_LGA_1155_Processor as it seems like a good deal, but it uses the 1155 socket and not the 1150 that most of the newer builds seem to use for the MBs.

I am wondering if someone can recommend a good gigabyte MB that would work for this build, and also be friendly with Mavericks.

Adrian B · Dec 29, 2013

zachy85 said:
Hi!

I am excited and eager to build by first hackintosh. I have my eye on this cpu: http://www.microcenter.com/product/388577/Core_i5_3570K_34GHz_LGA_1155_Processor as it seems like a good deal, but it uses the 1155 socket and not the 1150 that most of the newer builds seem to use for the MBs.

I am wondering if someone can recommend a good gigabyte MB that would work for this build, and also be friendly with Mavericks.

Have a look at the buyers guide unto and including August 2013, after then we were running with Haswell hardware. :thumbup:

http://www.tonymacx86.com/section/295-customac/index2.html

Adrian B

zachy85 · Dec 29, 2013

Thanks Adrian, I appreciate it.

Another followup for folks--is it "ok" to be sticking with Ivy Bridge architecture, or is Haswell and the 1150 socket the best to future proof?

I am thinking of the core i5 because I am planning on doing some video encoding, hence the need for multiple cores. I am also budget conscious so was thinking that sticking with an older (but still powerful cpu) might be a good idea.

Adrian B · Dec 29, 2013

zachy85 said:
Thanks Adrian, I appreciate it.

Another followup for folks--is it "ok" to be sticking with Ivy Bridge architecture, or is Haswell and the 1150 socket the best to future proof?

I am thinking of the core i5 because I am planning on doing some video encoding, hence the need for multiple cores. I am also budget conscious so was thinking that sticking with an older (but still powerful cpu) might be a good idea.

The real difference for a desktop build between Ivy Bridge and Haswell in performance terms is minimal. The cost should come down to similar spec of Haswell 'v' Ivy Bridge on motherboard and processor price delivered. If the difference is sizeable then a worthwhile saving might be made - but if the processor is cheap but the motherboard is expensive then it might not be such a great bargain. You might find 1866Mhz RAM for similar pricing to 1600Hhz.

Adrian B

zachy85 · Dec 29, 2013

What has been people's experience getting Mavericks to install on the Ivy Bridge setups as opposed to the Haswell? Obviously the buyer guides from August and back was when folks were not yet installing the final/goldmaster of 10.9

Adrian B · Dec 29, 2013

zachy85 said:
What has been people's experience getting Mavericks to install on the Ivy Bridge setups as opposed to the Haswell? Obviously the buyer guides from August and back was when folks were not yet installing the final/goldmaster of 10.9

The early installs were mainly successful - although with any new OS there remains some teething issues with some music software, but this is the same for Ivy Bridge and Haswell hardware. I found that a complete new fresh installation worked best with my Ivy Bridge hardware. I booted straight into a 10.8.5 installation (set up for Ivy Bridge hardware with GPU), booted using -x into a working system using Haswell H87-HD3 and Intel HD4600 graphics.

I did a fresh 10.9 install from my UniBeast flash drive onto the HDD for the proper installation. Ivy Bridge hardware is working fine with Mavericks. Like I said earlier some of the music composers hang back on updating as third party companies can be a little slow with offering updates/support. Apple is always on the ball here.

Adrian B

zachy85 · Dec 30, 2013

Okay, I am looking at this as my build. Any thoughts here? Incompatibilities?

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87MX-D3H Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 430W ATX Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Microcenter)

Will probably get this in the future, but rely on ethernet to start: Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WDN4800 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($42.92 @ Amazon)

Adrian B · Dec 30, 2013

zachy85 said:
Okay, I am looking at this as my build. Any thoughts here? Incompatibilities?

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87MX-D3H Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 430W ATX Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Microcenter)

Will probably get this in the future, but rely on ethernet to start: Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WDN4800 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($42.92 @ Amazon)

The hardware looks good - the motherboard fits in your case. Removed your link as it places comments in the bin. Keep it safe in your browser. :thumbup:

Use search for Boot0 guide - you will need to use it for the HDD.

Adrian B

comma1234 · Dec 30, 2013

zachy85 said:
Okay, I am looking at this as my build. Any thoughts here? Incompatibilities?

Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 430W ATX Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)

Please get a better power supply. According to Microcenter's specs, the TR2 430 is a 2 rail system with max of 15 amps on the 2nd rail. Since a power supply can't provide max amperage on both rails simultaneously, you're basically looking at a 180 watt power supply. Pay $7 more and get the Corsair CX 430, which delivers 32 amps for 384 watts @ 12v. Or the CX 500 for 38 amps = 456 watts.

trs96 · Dec 30, 2013

comma1234 said:
Please get a better power supply. According to Microcenter's specs, the TR2 430 is a 2 rail system with max of 15 amps on the 2nd rail. Since a power supply can't provide max amperage on both rails simultaneously, you're basically looking at a 180 watt power supply. Pay $7 more and get the Corsair CX 430, which delivers 32 amps for 384 watts @ 12v. Or the CX 500 for 38 amps = 456 watts.

+1 you can get the CX 430 for about 20 dollars AR at Newegg today 12/30 only.
Cost is low but it isn't cheaply built. This is the non-modular version.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139026
also use MASTERPASS code at checkout for another 10 % off.

Always go with the highest quality PSU you can get. It's really important for a
successful build that lasts. :thumbup:

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